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RJ16 URF

2016 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,902 mi
Last recorded87,902 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Jetta49,311 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ16 URF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 87,902 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 80,438 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 75,839 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 70,312 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 70,312 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 64,829 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2021 64,821 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2020 51,888 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 19,246 miles

Offside Rear Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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RJ16 URF is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 49,311 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ16 URF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ16 URF registered?

RJ16 URF is a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 June 2016.

Is RJ16 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ16 URF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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